Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Eagle pass, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Eagle pass, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Eagle pass, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Eagle pass is February 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 8th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Eagle pass, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Eagle pass is December 5th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Eagle pass, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Eagle pass is approximately 286 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Eagle pass, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Eagle pass, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from January 25th to February 8th), direct sowing Chives (from January 25th to February 8th), and direct sowing Watercress (from January 25th to February 8th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Calendula (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Quinoa (from February 8th to February 22nd), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from March 8th to March 22nd), direct sowing Jute (from March 8th to March 22nd), and direct sowing Sesame (from March 8th to March 22nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 14th to December 28th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th).